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Weekend Planner: Gardeners, Handstand Records, and Free Stuff

Each week, Patch picks the highlights for fun events happening around the Metro.

Southwest Minneapolis


When: Sunday, Sept. 18 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Head over to the large pine tree by the turtle fountain to stretch the fall weekend out just a little longer.
Price: Free


When:  Sunday, Sept. 18 from 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Powderhorn Park (3400 15th Avenue S, Minneapolis)
Why Go: Take something over to the park that you no longer need and find something you could. Learn more about this free market. Like the Hokey Pokey, it just might be what it’s really all about.
Price: Free

Elsewhere

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When: Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m.
Where: , Hopkins
Why Go: Youth aged 6 to 15 are invited to Central Park Field #4 for the 50th anniversary of the national skills competition for boys and girls.
Price: Free
 

When: Sunday, Sept. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: , Hopkins
Why Go: Somali residents will share their culture with neighbors through traditional food, live music, children’s activities, and community resources.
Price: Free


When: Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: , Minnetonka
Why Go: On National Gymnastics Day, Mini-Hops Gym will host an attempt to break a World Record for The Most Handstands Held Simultaneously and raise funds for the Children's Miracle Network. Give it a whirl and throw your feet up.
Price: $10

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When: Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: 
Why Go: Local gardeners can pick up advice for their fall garden and lawn care.
Price: Free

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